Ricky Sosa: the Belgian wrestler who brings 40000 Gang rap to the United States

At Project X Paris, we are used to watching trends emerge from the streets to explode internationally. Urban culture knows no borders, and the bridge between high-level sports, rap, and Streetwear has never been stronger. What is happening right now across the Atlantic is the ultimate proof. The classic "Sosa" by 40000 Gang is becoming a viral hit in the United States.

The man behind it? A 21-year-old Belgian wrestling prodigy shaking up the industry with a one hundred percent street attitude: Ricky Sosa. An analysis of a meteoric rise that resonates with our own vision of success.

Who is Ricky Sosa?

If you follow combat sports and sports entertainment, his name is on everyone's lips. From Brussels, Ricky Sosa, nicknamed "The Young Savage," is establishing himself at only 21 years old as one of Europe's most sought-after talents. With four years of experience in the ring, he has climbed the ranks at an impressive speed.

Current wXw European champion in Germany, he has become one of the major faces of the promotion. Recently, he even competed for the WWE ID title. Although this attempt was not successful, it shows the massive interest his profile generates among the biggest names in world wrestling. Ricky Sosa is the face of a new generation ready to take everything.

KHAO Wrestling: raw wrestling and street spirit

Before conquering America, Ricky Sosa made recent wrestling history in France, notably within KHAO Wrestling. This extraordinary French federation uniquely mixes the raw world of street culture with the intensity of wrestling. An innovative vision that perfectly fits our DNA, and which we will revisit very soon in a dedicated article.

On Sunday, March 1, 2026, during the Volume 1 show, Ricky Sosa made history by becoming the very first KHAO Wrestling champion by winning a fierce tournament. A major achievement, although his reign was short-lived. In the purest wrestling tradition, after his final victory, the Brussels prodigy was trapped by César, the general manager, attacked by two masked wrestlers, then defeated in seconds by Lashka via a devastating Piledriver to snatch the title. A betrayal that only forged his legend.

The American dream: from TNA to GCW

The exposure generated by his unique aura has just opened the doors to America. Proof of this, Ricky Sosa skipped the prestigious wXw 16 Carat Gold tournament to seize a major last-minute opportunity.

On March 5 and 6, 2026, the Brussels native officially made his North American debut during the TNA Wrestling recordings (a strategic WWE partner) at the Gateway Center Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. TNA even announced it with great fanfare on their social networks: "BANG. BANG. SOSA. SOSA. One of the most promising rising stars in the wrestling world, Ricky Sosa, is set to debut in North America."

And this is just the beginning of the American tour. He is already announced on the Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) side to participate in the atypical and brutal Immortal Clusterfuck event, scheduled for April 18, 2026, during WrestleMania 42 weekend.

The "Sosa" anthem by 40000 Gang: an unexpected resurrection on the way to WWE

The story of his entrance theme is completely crazy. Back to 2014: French rap was living a golden era, very rich in quality releases. 40000 Gang, a collective from Boulbi signed to Booba's 92i, dropped the track "Sosa." An aggressive banger, halfway between trap and Chicago drill, heavily inspired by the energy of Chief Keef. At the time, the group (which notably included Benash and Elh Kmer) took part in clashes alongside the Duc but eventually split up. The track, although cult for a whole generation, gradually fell into oblivion.

Until Ricky Sosa decided to make it his official anthem to walk to the ring. And that's where the magic happens. At first, the shockwave hit exclusively France and Belgium. During his appearances on European rings, notably at KHAO Wrestling or APC, phones go up. Nostalgia hits the crowd hard, the crowd turns up, and videos instantly land on TikTok and Instagram. The clips quickly accumulate hundreds of thousands of views. The French-speaking sphere is completely captivated by this unexpected and ultra-powerful connection between a classic FR rap and the attitude of a wrestler.

Then, the algorithm breaks down borders. These viral videos cross the Atlantic, and it's a tidal wave. The American audience, fond of spectacular entrances and immediately catching the Scarface character reference, is blown away. The streams of the track explode in the United States. On YouTube, comments under the official clip pour in: "Ricky Sosa brought us here". On X (formerly Twitter), specialized media and US fans shout about the "best current entrance in the wrestling world". This buzz has grown so much that it even made Booba himself react, proud of the unexpected reach of his former protégés.

Ricky Sosa has never hidden that his ultimate goal was to sign with WWE. At PXP, we already visualize the scene. Imagine a WWE Premium Live Event held in France. A huge arena, packed to the brim. The "Bang Bang, Sosa, Sosa" rings out, and tens of thousands of French fans, known for being the best audience in the world, sing the chorus in unison for the Belgian prodigy's entrance. An entrance that would instantly become legendary.

The PXP connection: Ricky Sosa and Patrick Habirora, same mentality

This exceptional journey strongly resonates within our teams. Watching Ricky Sosa shine in the ring, we cannot help but draw a parallel with our own rising star, an essential member of Le cercle PXP: the MMA prodigy, Patrick Habirora.

The similarities between the two athletes are striking. On one side, wrestling in Brussels with Ricky. On the other, MMA in Namur with Patrick. Two young Belgian talents, raised just a few kilometers apart, who share the same work ethic and this ability to command respect.

Belgium: an inexhaustible talent nursery

The emergence of these two sports phenomena confirms a reality we have celebrated for a long time: Belgium is a true talent factory.

This country has redefined the codes on an international scale. In traditional sports first, with the immense Eden Hazard who made Belgian football shine worldwide. But also and especially in urban culture. The French-speaking rap scene has been totally revolutionized by visionary Belgian artists like Damso, Hamza, Green Montana, Shay, and Fresh (winner of season 1 of Nouvelle École and an iconic member of our Le cercle PXP for several years).

From rap to wrestling, from MMA to Streetwear, this new generation sets its own rules. Street culture has no borders, and Project X Paris will always be there to dress those who push it forward.